No question about it, I’m crazy about using pumpkins and gourds this time of year, and there’s no such thing as too many.
Wherever they are used, they add such color and texture, two of my favorite things when it comes to setting a table.
Those elements make it very easy to put everything else together,
especially during this season when the colors are so rich and warm.
As important as anything on the table is the humble napkin. For me, it’s always the final touch that keeps any table from being ordinary and there are lots of options. The above fold is one you might want to try.
With the napkin laid flat, fold it on the diagonal.
Fold from left to right to make a smaller triangle. Repeat.
Fold each side accordion style, starting at the middle.
Hold the napkin tightly about 1 1/2″ from the bottom and tie with twine or ribbon. Adjust the folds.
Folding the napkin is not difficult. Where it gets a little sticky is holding it with one hand and tying it with the other. That’s when an extra pair of hands come in handy! Next time I do this fold, I’m going to add a leaf or a herb sprig or a flower or a cinnamon stick….well, you get the picture. Napkins are just another way to express your creative self. Have fun!
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All my favorite colors and perfectly placed on a table! Love it. Tina
Beautiful table!….Love the wonderful array of pumpkins and gourds….and you put the finishing touch on the table with that beautiful napkin….thanks for the tutorial!
Ooo Nice…thanks – great Thanksgiving tip!
I agree, never too many! Your table is fall fabulous Linda, love the napkin!
Jenna
I love fresh pumpkins and gourds, too. I haven’t gotten many. We haven’t gotten a good supply in our stores yet.
Love the napkin tutorial. Pretty napkin folds always impress and it’s not that hard. Thanks for the reminder!
Linda, A beautiful table full of color and texture! Thanks for the napkin tutorial.
I was looking at those first photos and wondering how you make your napkins look so nice, then you go ahead and show us. Great!
Wonderful photos.
Thank you?